DOG GROOMING
NAIL CLIP £12 (incl VAT)
Regular nail trimming is an important part of your dog’s overall care.
Overgrown nails can cause discomfort, affect your dog’s gait and even lead to painful injuries.
The suggested length for a dog's nails is when they don't touch the ground when the dog is standing normally. Ideally, the tip of the nail should be just above the floor.
As a general guide, dog’s should have their nails clipped every three to four weeks, however this is breed dependant and each dog is different. Therefore, there is no set ‘rule’ and should be done ‘as often as required’.
As we are only offering this service to our clients, we are happy to advise when we think the nails should next be clipped (for those we see on a regular basis).
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Not all dogs are happy to have their nails clipped.
We will never force or restrain a dog into having them done, if they refuse to allow us, then we will advise you of this.
For dogs that have never previously had their nails clipped, or are anxious about the process, we are happy to work with them on a gradual, desensitisation basis.
We will get them used to having their paws handled by gently touching their paws, pads and nails and build-up to clipping a nail or two at a time
We use lots of positive reinforcement of both praise and by rewarding with treats (where diet allows), to help create a positive association with nail clipping
Depending how often your dog walks, or boards with us will determine the length of time it takes until we have been able to trim all the nails. You will only pay the £12, regardless of how many sessions we need to get all nails clipped, for the initial trims.
TEETH CLEAN £12 (incl VAT)
Regularly brushing your dog’s teeth comes with many benefits.
Preventing bad breath
Reducing plaque and tartar build-up
Lowering the risk of gum disease, which can lead to more serious health problems if left untreated
While daily brushing is recommended, the general advice is brushing at least three times a week is a good goal to aim for.
If this isn't feasible for you and your dog, we are happy to help as often as you require.
Some dogs are resistant to having their teeth cleaned, especially if this is not part of their normal routine.
We will never force or restrain a dog into having them done, if they refuse to allow us, then we will advise you of this.
For reluctant dogs, we are happy to work with them to find what method works best for your dog.
We will familiarise them to the process slowly, by introducing the taste of dog-friendly toothpaste prior to any brushing
We will introduce them to having their teeth and gums touched by our fingers, prior to any brushing
We will test different types of tools such as dog specific toothbrushes and finger brushes and see which they seem most comfortable with
Adapt our brushing techniques; initially focussing on the front teeth and then gradually working our way to the back teeth
We use lots of positive reinforcement of both praise and by rewarding with treats (where diet allows), to help create a positive association with teeth cleaning.
EAR CLEAN £12 (incl VAT)
When it comes to a dog’s ears, it’s recommended that a healthy dog’s ears should be checked at least weekly. Whereas for dogs prone to ear infections, with floppy ears or regular swimmers, more frequent checks may be necessary.
How often a dog’s ears should be cleaned depends on several factors such as breed, ear shape and any pre-existing ear conditions. In general, most dogs do not require overly regular ear cleaning, and overcleaning can be harmful. Therefore, there is no set ‘rule’ and cleaning should be done ‘as required’ i.e. if they appear dirty, a slight odour or have a build-up of wax or debris.
If however your dog’s ears show any signs of discharge, redness, swelling, foul odour, excessive wax or if you notice any frequent head shaking, scratching at the ears, we would always recommend you consult your veterinarian before any attempt to clean the ears.
While some dogs may tolerate or even enjoy ear cleaning, many find it unpleasant due to ear sensitivity or fear.
We will never force or restrain a dog into having it done, if they refuse to allow us, then we will advise you of this.
As with our other grooming services, we are happy to work with your dog to make the process as comfortable and stress free for them as possible.
Calm environment
Introduce them to the smell of any cleaning solutions and slowly build up to touching their ears and getting them comfortable with this prior to any cleaning
We use lots of positive reinforcement of both praise and by rewarding with treats (where diet allows), to help create a positive association with ear cleaning.